Artist Biography
Miami raised Zach Krys’ musical journey began at age seven, inspired by his first musical love, The Beatles. That spark grew into a deep passion and a near-encyclopedic knowledge of music across genres. At 13 years old, he is a rocker and metalhead at heart, while always curious to explore his musical vocabulary. Zach loves being on stage, where his energy and connection with the audience truly shine.
When Zach was eight years old, his uncle Sebastian gifted him a Gibson Firebird, a defining moment that changed everything and fueled his dedication to the guitar. Since then, Zach has devoted countless hours to mastering his playing, performing, and sharing his love of music. Influenced by icons such as Eddie Van Halen, Randy Rhoads, Zakk Wylde, Jimmy Page, and Slash, Zach has crafted a distinctive sound that reflects both his heroes and his own creative voice.
Zach’s love for performing has taken him to some incredible stages and experiences at such a young age. He has earned a coveted spot in the Florida All-State Jazz Band and has proudly performed the National Anthem at the Miami Heat. Zach has had the opportunity to play throughout Miami, including the Montreux Jazz Festival, MODA Miami, and at Los Producers during the Latin Grammys.
For Zach Krys, Gibson isn’t just a guitar brand; it’s part of his musical identity, and he is honored to be a member of the 2027 Gibson Generation Group (G3).